The meaning of “ἑξῆς”
Understanding hexēs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
after, following, X morrow, next. - successive
ἑξῆς
after, following, X morrow, next. - successive
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 7:11 | “And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went with him, and much people.” Word: ἑξῆς (hexēs) | |
| Luke 9:37 | “And it came to pass, that on the next day, when they were come down from the hill, much people met him.” Word: ἑξῆς (hexēs) | |
| Acts 21:1 | “And it came to pass, that after we were gotten from them, and had launched, we came with a straight course unto Coos, and the day following unto Rhodes, and from thence unto Patara:” Word: ἑξῆς (hexēs) | |
| Acts 25:17 | “Therefore, when they were come hither, without any delay on the morrow I sat on the judgment seat, and commanded the man to be brought forth.” Word: ἑξῆς (hexēs) | |
| Acts 27:18 | “And we being exceedingly tossed with a tempest, the next day they lightened the ship;” Word: ἑξῆς (hexēs) |